James Kenneth Hood

1927-2018

After a long, strong life, Kenneth died peacefully. He was happy,
smiling, and enjoying each and every conversation he had right up to
the end. Kenneth grew up as a third-generation farmer at the old farm
in Kirkwall-Valens. He was predeceased by his loving wife Marion
Elizabeth (1998), father Stanley, mother Mae, his sister Florence Watt
(2011) and is survived by his dear brother Arnold Hood (Gladys) of
Dundas, Ontario.

Father of seven children, Vera Vredeveld (Harry), Dianne (Bill
Ferguson), Donald, Meredith Sealey (Bruce), Bonnie, Dorene Collins
(Tom), Florence Walker (Todd). Dad will be missed enormously for he
was with us as often as possible in body, mind, soul and prayer.

He was always appreciative of his neighbours, his church and choir
family for their constant help, support and enjoyment of life.

He missed his wife, Marion, so very much when she died in 1998, but
kept strong for YEE HAW Adventure Farm and the chores he loved doing
there. He always said, all he ever wanted was to get up and help
someone with anything they needed.

He farmed all his life. He drove a rural school bus for over 40 years
(without an accident). He was a township/municipal councilor for
Beverly/Flamborough for 24 years. He loved serving others both in the
private and public sectors.

Thanks to Queen's Square Terrace for the last seven and a half years
for their very kind support and great care. Thanks to Hilltop Manor
for the last month, your compassion and understanding was
appreciated.

The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Ken’s
life on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1p.m. at Kirkwall Presbyterian
Church, 1545 Kirkwall Road, Flamborough. Reception to follow.

Let flowers be wild–.So please in lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to Kirkwall Presbyterian Church, Valens Community Centre, or
Hamilton Wentworth 4-H Association.